BRP Lynx Commander 800R E-TEC 2018, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Make sure tether cord cap is re-
moved before standing in front the
vehicle, getting close to the track
or rear suspension components.
NOTE: Warm-up is electronically con-
trolled. During this period (up to 10
minutes depending on ambient tem-
perature), engine RPM is limited.
Gearbox Operation
NOTICE
– Always put gearbox in 1 st gear
(low) when pulling a load.
– Always put gearbox in N (neutral)
when parked.
– Come to a complete stop and hold
brake before changing gears. To
engage R (reverse) gear, wait until
the reverse alarm sounds before
increasing throttle.
Neutral
When set in N (neutral), the gearbox
disengages the pulleys from the track.
Shifting in Reverse
To engage reverse gear, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Apply and hold brake.
3. With engine at idle speed, select R
(reverse) gear using the gearshift
lever.
NOTE: It is necessary to push shift
lever knob down to move it from neu-
tral to reverse gear.
4. Gently depress throttle lever.
WARNING
The reverse speed is not limited.
Always proceed with caution as
fast reverse could result in loss of
vehicle stability. Always remain
seated. Ensure the path behind is
clear of obstacles or bystanders
before proceeding.
Shifting in Forward
There are two forward gears.
To engage a forward gear, proceed as
follows:
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Apply and hold brake.
3. With engine at idle speed, select
1 st (low) or 2 nd (high) gear using the
gearshift lever.
4. Gently depress throttle lever.
Shifter Rod Adjustment
1. Adjust shifter rod to an initial length
from of 258mm as shown.
Shifter rod adj
2. Install the rod.
3. Select the Reverse gear and check if
lever touches the edge of the slot in
the console.
4. If yes, shorten the rod by turning the
rod ½ turn and check again.
5. Select the 2nd gear and check if
lever touches the edge of the slot in
the console.
6. If yes, lengthen the rod by turning
the rod ½ turn and check again
When correctly adjusted, the shift
lever must be centered in the console
slots.
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